Unlikely events that are based on facts
science fiction
traditional fiction/ fable
historical fiction
The setting is usually in the future
science fiction
mystery
horror
Books about real events or topics
fantasy
nonfiction / informational
traditional fiction/ fables
Not fake or made up
historical fiction
fantasy
nonfiction
True stories about people's lives
mystery
fiction
biography
A true story written by the person who lived it
science fiction
fantasy
autobiography
Stories set in the past based on real places or events
mystery
historical fiction
science fiction
Supernatural or magical theme
fantasy
nonfiction
historical fiction
not true stories
informational
nonfiction
fiction
usually set in the present
historical fiction
science fiction
realistic fiction
fables, tall tales, fairy tales, legends, and myths
traditional fiction
biography
nonfiction
mystery
biography, autobiography, informational book
traditional story
fantasy
nonfiction
Story about fairies or other magical creatures, usually for children
traditional fiction / fairy tales
horror
nonfiction
Fiction dealing with solving a crime or finding out secrets.
historical fiction
poetry
mystery
An essay about medicine
fantasy
nonfiction / informational
horror
An old story that can teach a lesson.
science fiction
traditional fiction / fable
nonfiction
